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Aidan Curran @aidancurran17.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Literally the same government on the same day:
Collage of newspaper articles:
Government cannot 'fund everything together': Bus and rail fare hikes of up to 35% confirmed
Ryder Cup spectator transport ‘could cost €1m a day’
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
I just signed this petition calling for a new admissions unit for people having a mental health emergency that's separate from A&E. Will you sign too? my.uplift.ie/petitions/ad... @uplift.ie
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Adam's Protocols - Someone presenting as suicidal shouldn't have to go through A&E
I just signed this petition calling for a new admissions unit for people having a mental health emergency that's separate from A&E. Will you sign too?
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
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Visa for Gaza students
I'm calling on Jim O'Callaghan to approve visas for students from Gaza who have been granted scholarships to Irish universities. Will you add your name to the petition now?
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
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Support Ireland’s monitoring of Germany’s “show trial” against the Ulm 5!
I just signed this petition, calling on the Irish govt to send legal observers and demand a just trial of the Ulm 5 in Germany. Will you add your name?
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
I'm calling on Jim O'Callaghan to approve visas for students from Gaza who have been granted scholarships to Irish universities. Will you add your name to the petition now? my.uplift.ie/petitions/vi... @uplift.ie
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Visa for Gaza students
I'm calling on Jim O'Callaghan to approve visas for students from Gaza who have been granted scholarships to Irish universities. Will you add your name to the petition now?
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
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elia ayoub @ayoub.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Jesus. 35 UK universities quietly- without debate - joined the Ministry of Defence’s “Battlefield Alliance” which seeks to “reorientate academia towards Defence and National Security” They’re destroying the social sciences and humanities while militarising the institutions
• Durham University
• Newcastle University
• Northumbria University
• Lancaster University
• University of Cumbria
• University of Lancashire
• University of Liverpool
• University of Manchester
• University of Huddersfield
• University of Sheffield
• University of York
• Loughborough University
• University of Lincoln
• University of Nottingham
• Aston University
• University of Birmingham
• University of Warwick
• King's College London
• Kingston University
• Queen Mary University of London
• University College London
• University of Oxford
• University of Portsmouth
• University of Surrey
• University of Bath
• University of Bristol
• University of Exeter
• University of Plymouth
• University of Edinburgh
• University of Glasgow
• University of Strathclyde
• Cardiff University
• Swansea University
• Queens University Belfast
• Cranfield UniversityFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
14 July 2026
UK Universities Betray Public Trust by Joining MoD's 'Battlefield Advantage' Alliance
Without Debate
A coalition of campaign groups has accused UK universities of quietly integrating themselves into Britain's defence infrastructure after 35 institutions signed up to the Ministry of Defence's Defence Universities Alliance (DUA).
The Ministry of Defence says the alliance aims to "reorientate academia towards Defence and National Security", strengthen links between universities and the defence sector, and translate research into "battlefield advantage".
Campaigners say the move represents a significant shift in the role of higher education and has taken place without meaningful public debate.
Among the founding members are the University of Oxford, University College London, King's College London, the University of Manchester, the University of Edinburgh, Cardiff University and Queen's University Belfast.
"We are witnessing the formal incorporation of Britain's universities into the defence ecosystem," said Jinsella Kennaway, Founder and Executive Director of Demilitarise Education.
"The Ministry of Defence is explicit about its intentions. Universities exist to advance knowledge and foster critical inquiry, not to become pipelines for military research and defence recruitment.
Students and staff deserve to know who agreed to this and why."
Campaigners are calling on all 35 universities to publish the governance documents and board minutes relating to their decision to join the alliance, and to explain whether staff and students were consulted.
Many UK universities already maintain relationships with major defence companies, including BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo, Thales, Lockheed Martin and QinetiQ. Critics argue that the DUA formalises and accelerates the integration of academia, industry and the state.
The coalition warns that, at a time of rising defence spending, universities risk becoming increasingly aligned with governme…
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Great article by Eoin Doyle. The government and the FAI have missed a unique opportunity to lead, to stand by the Palestinian people and to be on the right side of history. We keep working until they cancel the games against apartheid Israel. #StopTheGame www.rte.ie/sport/soccer...
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FAI's financial argument fails to resolve Israel question
Eoin Doyle has sympathy for the position the FAI has found itself in regarding the fixtures with Israel, but believes the association failed to present a serious road map for not playing the games.
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Katherine O’Donnell @ka-od.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
19 mothers & 859 infants held in Bessborough Mother & Baby Home died but their bodies are missing The Commission of Investigation stated ‘it is highly likely that burials did take place in the grounds of Bessborough’ but now planning has been granted to a developer. jfmresearch.com/bessborough/ 1/3
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JFMR AND CLANN PROJECT STATEMENT ON BESSBOROUGH PLANNING PERMISSION
9 July 2026 We are horrified that An Coimisiún Pleanála has now granted planning permission for a private apartment development at the site of the former Mother and Baby Home in Bessborough, even t…
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
UEFA displaying rank hypocrisy by caring about *some* rules, while participating in the sportswashing of Israel’s genocide of Palestinians by not taking action against the apartheid state, no matter its crimes. The FAI must boycott the Nations League fixtures against Israel #StopTheGame
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mskathleenquinn.bsky.social @mskathleenquinn.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
For 1000 days Israel has barred international media from Gaza, this despite several so-called "ceasefires". Fantastically wealthy and influential international media has never attempted to defy Israel's ban. They can't possibly be afraid Hamas will shoot them. What is going on?
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Where are the visas for the Lajee Cultural Tour? Could Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan again deny these young people the chance to come to Ireland to share their beautiful culture as he did last year? The group is due in under 3 weeks, their visas must be granted. #FreePalestine
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
🚨 The EU sanctioned journalist Hüseyin Doğru — freezing his finances and silencing him — while failing to end its trade pact with Israel amid the genocide in Gaza. Free Doğru & defend press freedom! #FreeDogru #PressFreedom #GazaGenocide action.wemove.eu/sign/2026-2-...
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End EU Sanctions on Journalist Hüseyin Doğru! Protect Press Freedom & Confront Genocide in Gaza!
Share the petition and you'll help multiply the impact of this campaign: End EU Sanctions on Journalist Hüseyin Doğru! Protect Press Freedom & Confront Genocide in Gaza!
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
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Press release Unprecedented multi-jurisdictional legal action over properties in illegal Israeli settlements targets Airbnb HQ in Ireland
High Court action launched challenging refusal of Gardaí to investigate Airbnb Ireland and its senior executives for alleged criminal involvement in Israeli settlements Related actions ta...
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
So bad what's coming out of the UK. Hope the proscription appeal fails tomorrow and they appeal this dreadful sentencing: defendourjuries.net/savinglives/
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Saving Lives Is Not Terrorism - Defend Our Juries
Four UK Palestine Actionists have just been sentenced with a “terrorist connection” despite never being charged with, or convicted of, any terrorism offence. The four had taken action to dismantle wea...
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
🇵🇸 Events in solidarity with the Palestinian people around the country this weekend. All out for Palestine! #SolidarityIsAVerb #FreePalestine 🇵🇸
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
The Palestinian people cannot be defeated ✊🏼 #FreePalestine
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Albino Badguy @albinobadguy.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Most honest reporting in the past few weeks.
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Katherine O’Donnell @ka-od.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
m.youtube.com/watch?v=avk_... Savita dancing in Galway - st Patrick’s Day 2012
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For Savita | Never again
YouTube video by stuntpenguin
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
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Stop Zionist David Draiman playing Dublin’s 3arena
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Rita Wild @ritawild.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
North Korea walked out on Netanyahu’s speech but France, UK, Canada, Germany? Nope.
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
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Protect the Global Sumud Flotilla!
The largest citizen flotilla in history is sailing to Gaza with food and medicine. Israel has threatened to seize it - but together we can be their shield. Add your name to help watch over the flotill...
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 03/08/2025
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CALL FOR IRISH TRADE UNIONS TO DEMAND CENTRAL BANK STOP SELLING ISRAELI WAR BONDS
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Supporting Palestine at the Dingle vigil today
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Irish government is blocking these children's visas. #LetThemPlay #GaaPalestine my.uplift.ie/petitions/le... @uplift.ie
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Let Them Play
Irish government is blocking these children's visas. #LetThemPlay #GaaPalestine
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
Looking forward to hearing Prof Ilan Pappé speak at UCC this evening. Thanks to all the organisers for this amazing opportunity
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
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Stop Zionist David Draiman playing Dublin’s 3arena
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
Millions of Palestinians are starving. Now a humanitarian ship en route to Gaza is being targeted by Israel. On board: food, medicine & 12 activists. The EU must act now to stop the aid blockade on Gaza! action.wemove.eu/sign/2025-6-...
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Protect the Freedom Flotilla: End Israel’s aid blockade NOW!
Millions of Palestinians are starving. The EU must act now to stop the aid blockade on Gaza!
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
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Formal Notice Regarding the Civilian Humanitarian Vessel Madleen and the Legal Obligations of the State of Israel Under International Law
Today, UN experts demanded safe passage for the Freedom Flotilla Coalition's ship Madleen, you can join them by putting Israel on notice. As the Madleen sails from Catania toward Gaza carrying un...
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Aidan Fitzmaurice @fancyvegaspro.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
He's boasting about deporting children who had been in their school for over 2 years.
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Join the Cork branch of the IPSC tomorrow, 1pm, Grand Parade. Stand together for Palestine, against racism, bigotry and the far right.#FreePalestine 🇵🇸
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
I've just signed this petition calling on the Irish government to expand the Community Sponsorship Ireland scheme to include Palestinians. Will you sign too? my.uplift.ie/petitions/gi... @uplift.ie
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Give an Irish welcome to Palestinians. Expand the Community Sponsorship Ireland scheme.
I've just signed this petition calling on the Irish government to expand the Community Sponsorship Ireland scheme to include Palestinians. Will you sign too?
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My Voice, My Choice @myvoicemychoice.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Imagine making fun of and wishing death on a 22-year-old girl who is doing her best to fight against genocide and create a better world.
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Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign @ipsc.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
Great cartoon in yesterday's Irish Examiner. Enough words from our government, we want sanctions on apartheid Israel now to stop its genocide of Palestinians. #SanctionsNow
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
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Madleen Tracker - Freedom Flotilla
Don’t lose the Madleen. Track her journey for safety, accountability, and solidarity   In partnership with Forensic Architecture, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition has equipped the ‘Madleen’ with an adva...
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
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Share petition · Reinstate UNRWA to aid Palestinian civilians · Change.org
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 24/05/2025
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
I've signed this petition calling on the government to give children who were born through Assisted and Donor Reproduction in LGBTQ+ families a legal connection with both of their parents. Will you sign too? my.uplift.ie/petitions/ma... @uplift-ireland.bsky.social
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Make Marriage Equality A Reality - 10 Years On
I've signed this petition calling on the government to give children who were born through Assisted and Donor Reproduction in LGBTQ+ families a legal connection with both of their parents. Will you si...
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
I'm calling on @rte.ie chief Kevin Bakhurst to cancel broadcasting the #Eurovision25 if Israel allowed to perform #Gaza #Genocide #ArtWashing Will you sign and share too? my.uplift.ie/petitions/rt... @uplift-ireland.bsky.social
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RTE don't broadcast the Eurovision if Israel performing
I'm calling on @rte.ie chief Kevin Bakhurst to cancel broadcasting the #Eurovision25 if Israel allowed to perform #Gaza #Genocide #ArtWashing Will you sign and share too?
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Kite flying in support of Palestine at Ventry beach
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
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Global Citizens Demand an Emergency International Tribunal to Stop Genocide Now
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
HeArt of Gaza exhibition at the Feile na Bealtaine festival in Dingle. Heartbreaking art by children in Gaza
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
From the river to the sea
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jacquioriordan.bsky.social @jacquioriordan.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
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Keith Connolly @limerick4inarow.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Trump’s golf course in Ireland has a makeover. #speirgorm
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Roger Luckhurst @theprofrog.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Make it loud
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